I’ve always said if I could start all over again, I’d live in a farm, so for our 45th anniversary my daughter, who had stayed at Sabor Mexicano in a work related retreat, suggested we come to Sabor Mexicano for a family reunion. What a wonderful experience. 12 of us, including 2 grandchildren, spent 4 days in an idyllic, pastoral and very private farm. The house is lovingly restored and decorated, with all modern amenities, yet retaining the feel of a rural farmhouse. Kitchen is well stocked with dishes and any utensils you might need to feed a large group. Plenty of seating, indoors and out. One night we used the wood burning pizza oven outdoors to make individual pizzas, for another meal we grilled steaks outdoors. The children enjoyed visiting the goats and the chicken coop. What a great learning experience, picking fresh laid eggs for breakfast! Wish we could have had access to the gardens – even just to weed if not to harvest the produce, just to experience farm life. Carmina, the owner, welcomed us when we arrived, and answered our every text asking for help/information promptly. The owners have two dogs, Duvalin (a big one, not sure of breed), and a smaller one. They would scamper down to the house late pm’s and we all enjoyed their company, especially the children. It felt just like home!
We all hiked in Armstrong State Park, a short 10 minute walk from the farm. Runners in our group enjoyed the trails. The town of Guerneville is a 5 minute drive, and the town tennis courts were enjoyed by the tennis players in our group. We also spent one morning kayaking at Johnson’s beach.
All in all, truly a very memorable experience. When we return, we will for sure look into one of the Bay Area Green Tours – this trip there just wasn’t enough time to do all.